Description

This Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender gnocchi, shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth enhanced with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasonings. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup combines the softness of gnocchi with the freshness of spinach and flavorful herbs for a satisfying and delicious experience.

Ingredients

Scale

Soup Base and Vegetables

16 oz Gnocchi
2 large Carrots, grated
2 Stalks Celery, chopped
1 medium Onion, diced
4 cloves Garlic, minced
½ stick Butter (4 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
¼ cup All-purpose Flour
3 cups Chicken Broth
3 cups Milk
1.5 cups Heavy Cream

Protein and Greens

2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded
5 oz Baby Spinach

Seasonings and Cheese

½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning (divided)

Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add the grated carrots, chopped celery, diced onion, and minced garlic. Season them with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir continuously for about 2 minutes. This will help to thicken the soup base and remove the raw flour taste.
Incorporate Liquids and Cheese: Slowly stir in the chicken broth, milk, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly, creating a creamy soup base.
Season the Soup: Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Stir thoroughly to combine the flavors throughout the soup.
Add Chicken and Spinach: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and baby spinach leaves. Continue stirring until the spinach wilts and integrates with the soup.
Cook Gnocchi: Increase the heat to bring the soup to a gentle boil. Add the uncooked gnocchi to the pot. Let them cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until the gnocchi float to the surface and are tender.
Serve: Once the gnocchi are cooked through, remove the soup from heat. Serve the soup warm and enjoy the delicious creamy texture combined with chicken and vegetables.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of the pre-grated kind.
Leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken works perfectly for this recipe.
Gnocchi cooks quickly—avoid overcooking as they can become mushy.
Feel free to substitute baby kale for spinach if preferred.
This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to prevent the dairy from curdling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup, Chicken Soup, Comfort Food, Gnocchi Soup, Italian Soup, Easy Dinner, Creamy Soup